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Whistler Blackcomb
About Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler Blackcomb is a ski resort in British Columbia, Canada. It offers 8,171 skiable acres, 200 marked runs, served by 36 lifts, with an average of about 422" of snow a year. Whistler Mountain officially opened January 15, 1966. Blackcomb Mountain opened December 6, 1980; the destination later hosted events during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Whistler Blackcomb reports 8,171 acres, 16 alpine bowls and three glaciers across two side-by-side mountains.
Why Visit Whistler Blackcomb?
- 200 runs with 5,279ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 422"
- 8,171 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 36 lifts including gondola, chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Whistler Blackcomb, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
7,497ft
Summit Elevation
2,285m
2,215ft
Base Elevation
675m
5,279ft
Vertical Drop
1,609m
8,171 acres
Skiable Area
3,306.69 ha
200
Total Runs
6.8mi
Longest Run
11km
36
Lifts
422"
Avg. Snowfall
1072cm annually
How Whistler Blackcomb compares
Terrain Breakdown
20%
35%
45%
●Beginner
20% of trails
■Intermediate
35% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
45% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 22, 2025
Closing DayMay 25, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Whistler Blackcomb
By Car
Whistler Blackcomb is in British Columbia, Canada. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude50.1163
Longitude-122.9574
RegionBritish Columbia, Canada
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Whistler Blackcomb trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Whistler Blackcomb averages 422" of snowfall a year.
Whistler Blackcomb rates 20% of its terrain as beginner, across 200 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Whistler Blackcomb averages 422" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 7,497 ft.
Whistler Blackcomb is located in British Columbia, Canada. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 50.1163, -122.9574.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Whistler Blackcomb, plus any places we've researched.
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